Kronospan laminate: types and characteristics

Now many people choose laminate flooring. Thus, the Kronospan laminate brand is very popular in Russia. This is due to the fact that this type of flooring in its characteristics combines the perfect balance of price and quality.

This is a fairly reliable and high-quality product, which has a wide choice of colors and design. Laminate Kronospan is presented in different variations, the choice will depend on your personal preferences and the necessary characteristics.

When producing this flooring from the Kronospan brand, HDF or MDF is taken as the basis. This plate consists of compressed wood chips and other components. Also there are sawdust, splinters, solid wood. In the production of small particles are held together by high temperatures. In addition, when creating use a special substrate which is able to absorb noise.

In the production technology involved direct lamination. It represents the simultaneous pressing of all layers of the future coating. A simultaneous press significantly increases the quality of wear resistance of Kronospan laminate. In production, only high-quality bearing plates are taken into account, which determine the reliability of the flooring as a whole. Thus, due to this production technology, the probability of deformation or damage to the coating due to the impact of point impacts is significantly reduced.

The manufacturer notes that due to the special production technology, the quality characteristics of the durability of this laminate increase significantly, compared to standard parquet.

The main advantages of the material:

• One of the main advantages of Kronospan coverage over other manufacturers is its environmental friendliness. When creating this laminate, only natural and high-quality materials are used. Each plank consists of at least 90% of wood. Thus, this coating can be purchased for home use, it is suitable even for a bedroom or a nursery.

• Another plus is universal appearance Kronospan laminate, which allows it to be used both in household and public areas with different styles and interior design. The advantages also include the fact that the manufacturer is a moisture-resistant laminate, so it can even be used in the bathroom, in the kitchen, on the balcony.

• The next plus is antistatic laminate Kronospan. All collections and rulers do not form static electricity, therefore, dust and dirt in large quantities are not collected on the coating. This advantage makes Kronospan laminate easy to care for. You do not have to use chemicals to clean the floors; only ordinary water will be enough.

• Design The laminate is very stylish, which is its undoubted advantage. Most models have a beautiful rough texture.Externally, the coating resembles natural hewn wood floors. Laminate Kronospan is presented in different stylistic directions and colors. The coating can imitate oak, pear, chestnut, walnut and other breeds.

• The next advantage is long service life this laminate. He is over 15 years old. And in some cases, the manufacturer provides a long warranty on such products.
• Considered a big plus easy installation such a material. This coating can be installed with your own hands in any room. TwinClick technology is used when connecting the composite elements, which greatly simplifies this process.

Kronospan laminate is divided into several classes, depending on its durability. So, there are models:

• 31 classes. This is the thinnest coating that is most often used for flooring in low-traffic home spaces.
• 32 classes.This is a very practical and versatile option, which is suitable for installation in both home and public areas. The manufacturer recommends using it in offices or organizations with a small number of employees and average maneuverability.
• 33 classes. This type of coverage is focused on commercial use in office space in large organizations with high traffic. It has a large thickness and a high level of wear resistance.

The thickness and class of Kronospan laminate also affect its characteristics, such as the heat of coating. The thicker the coating and the higher its grade, the warmer it will be. So, the highest properties of thermal insulation has laminate Kronospan 33 class. It is warm and durable. In addition, it is this coating has the qualities of sound insulation due to a special layer.

Models of class 32 are less warm, but they also include a layer that provides noise insulation. But class 31 models are less warm and do not isolate from extraneous sounds. That is why this coating is the least suitable for installation in a panel apartment.

Kronospan laminate is divided into types, depending on the class, model, texture and color of the coating. Thus, manufacturers represent in each of the lines more than 20 different coatings.Most of the models are products with imitation oak. Also popular are species imitating maple, walnut, beech, ash, elm, pine, cherry. Laminate is quite popular, imitating noble wenge.

The parameters of the plates are most often standard in length and width; according to these parameters, they are 1285x192 mm. As a rule, in the package the manufacturer represents 8 or 10 identical plates. The area of ​​coverage you need can be easily calculated multiplying the width by the length, and then multiplying the resulting figure by the number of plates.

The thickness of the models differ, depending on the class of the product. Coating 31 class most often has a thickness of 7 mm. It is because of the small thickness that it is used only for home zones. Panels 32 classes have a thickness of 8 mm. These are more reliable and relief models. The 33rd class has a thickness of 10 mm.

Laminated coating from the brand Kronospan may have a different color, depending on the collection and purpose:

• So, some rulers are products with warm reddish hues.Polish collections are mainly in color imitation of natural oak or Greenland oak. The manufacturer also presents models in the color of ash and walnut wood.
• Very fashionable and relevant is the bright floor color bleached oak. It looks luxurious and fills the room with light and spaciousness.

• No less popular models in the color of a walnut. All of them have a volumetric pattern, which is obtained using the volumetric technique of chroming the pores of wood.
• Some models are presented in brighter colors. They can imitate not only the wood pattern, but also other coatings, such as natural stone, marble, granite with the corresponding color. In addition, the planks can have an interesting geometric pattern using different shades. Such bright and unusual options are perfect for decorating children's rooms or more modern in style rooms.

Laminate from the brand Kronospan does not need special care, but still any floor must be cleaned of dirt and dust:

• You can do dry cleaning with a soft bristled brush or vacuum cleaner.
• As for wet cleaning, for this you can use a soft cloth dipped in ordinary warm water. Before starting a wet cleaning cloth is better to squeeze. At the end of the floor washing, you can wipe the laminate with a clean, dry cloth so that dust does not quickly begin to accumulate on it, but this is not necessary.

• When caring for a Kronospan laminate coating, you can completely abandon the use of special cleaning or chemical substances. But you can also use a mild soap solution or a special cleaning agent for laminated coatings. It is important that the structure of the cleaning agent is soft and uniform. It should not include abrasive particles, otherwise they may adversely affect the appearance of your floors.

When choosing a specific model of laminate, it is important to consider its class. Thus, thin coatings of 31 and 32 classes are more suitable for installation in more intimate home spaces: living rooms, bedrooms. For dining the 32nd class is better. For the kitchen, purchase only durable Kronospan wear-resistant laminate with moisture resistant characteristics.

As for the design and colors,then for the kitchen, you can choose a brighter version of the laminate in warm colors. For the living room more suitable cover with a traditional wood pattern and color. If your living room is decorated in classic stylethen a wenge, oak or beech laminate is perfect for it.

For interior rooms in style high tech perfect for a laminated gray embossed coating. The laminate with a marbled or geometric patterned finish will also fit perfectly.

For the interior in style provence acquire a very light laminate, imitating oak. Especially well fit the coating color bleached oak or model beige-gray hue. Some of them have artificially aged top decorative layer. This model looks very impressive in the room in the style of Provence.

Kronospan is a global brand, so the production of this laminate is carried out in different countries. There are a lot of positive reviews about the Belarusian company Kronospan, since these products are notable for their low price and good quality. Also a great option produced abroad in Poland is laminate. Brilliance Floor Emotion. It belongs to the 32 class and give him a guarantee of 15 years.

It has excellent sound insulation properties, which are very appreciated by buyers. This is due to the use in the manufacture of special membranes. Buyers also write that this model is completely antistatic. To that floor Do not stick hair, dust does not settle. That is why such a coating is much easier to care for.

Laminated Russian-made also very praise, and especially the models of some collections:

• Very popular collection Castello. The coating has one important feature - a rough coating with a small relief, which looks very realistic. Due to its natural structure, the laminate most effectively transfers wood and its design. It is considered to be of high quality and wear-resistant, so many people purchase it to cover the floors not only at home, but also in public places, for example, in the office.

• Comfort - another popular Kronospan laminate collection. It is distinguished by a small thickness of each plank - only 7 mm. That is why it is less resistant to external influences and wear, as compared with other models. Buyers write that due to its small thickness, joints are felt when walking. But such coverage is very inexpensive and is perfect for home. It is best to put such a laminate in an impassable room. But it should be noted its external characteristics: this laminate has a beautiful single-sided pattern and is performed in soft, warm colors of beige, yellow, reddish color.

• Castello dubrava - one more kind of this covering. Laminate from this collection is considered a classic version and therefore does not differ in the original design or colors. It belongs to class 32 for durability and because of its quality characteristics and traditional appearance, it is perfect for laying in the bedroom, in the living room and even in the office.

• Twin click from Kronospan has a classic design.As a rule, the elements of the coating are made in different shades of brown: from the light to the dark and saturated. This collection is universal. This laminate is used for installation both at home and in offices.

For how to lay Kronospan laminate, see the next video.